Our four-legged friends have long been more than just pets. Why else would we say: “The dog is man’s best friend?” Accordingly, their well-being is very important to us, and so is feeding them appropriately for their species.
Most dogs are traditionally fed beef or chicken, but game has become increasingly important in recent years. But what are the benefits of game for dogs and what exactly should you bear in mind when BARFing with game? You can find out all this and much more in our BARF guide. Enjoy reading.
- Game meat for dogs: Which types are suitable?
- The Benefits of Game Meat for Dogs
- When feeding game to dogs BARF, what do I need to consider?
- Our conclusion
Game meat for dogs: Which types are suitable?
BARFing now also with game meat? You read that right, because game meat has many advantages for dogs. But starting with the types, which types are suitable for feeding dogs and what actually goes into game meat? The most well-known types are probably deer, roe deer and wild boar. It is important to know that each type has its own advantages.
The Benefits of Game Meat for Dogs
If you take a closer look at the ingredients of game meat, you will see that they provide many benefits for dogs.
As far as wild boar meat is concerned, it contains valuable protein, vitamin B and a variety of nutrients. Accordingly, wild boar meat is a good source for species-appropriate nutrition. Wild boar meat is also an ideal choice for overweight animals, as it is significantly leaner than classic pork. Wild boar meat can be integrated into raw feeding as a chew or aswild boar sausages . Chews not only have a calming effect and are a great way to keep your dog busy, but they also help keep your dog healthy.
In addition to wild boar meat, there is also venison and deer meat, which are offered as frozen goods and can be perfectly integrated into BARF feeding. But what advantages do the two types of game meat offer our dogs?
First, let's talk about venison: venison is an excellent source of protein for our four-legged friends. In addition to valuable protein, venison, like wild boar, provides many vitamins and minerals. Venison contains iron, zinc, vitamin B12 and is rich in omega -3 fatty acids. It has a lower fat content than other types of meat, making it a delicacy for overweight animals. Overall, the advantages of venison outweigh the disadvantages.
Did you know that venison contains valuable omega-3 fatty acids? Omega-3 fatty acids promote your dog's cardiovascular system and prevent inflammation. Furthermore, venison is hypoallergenic and therefore a good choice for all dogs who are prone to food allergies or have a sensitive stomach.
However, venison has the lowest fat content in game meat. The advantages of venison are clear, as it is particularly tender and lean, both as meat and as venison legs . Otherwise, venison is similar to deer meat. Regardless of whether it is deer meat or venison, if your dog tends to be overweight, game meat is a good choice.
When feeding game to dogs BARF, what do I need to consider?
Game meat, or deer meat , is ideal for BARF feeding, as it is a high-quality protein source and is particularly important for organic and species-appropriate feeding. When feeding game meat, it is important to note that it is very high in protein and no extra omega-3 fatty acids need to be given, as these are also contained in sufficient quantities in the meat.
Our conclusion
Yes - to game meat! Game meat is ideal for meeting your four-legged friend's protein needs. In addition to the numerous benefits that game meat provides a dog, it also scores points for its taste. Who wouldn't want to do something good for their darling and feed them species-appropriate food at the same time?
If you are not sure what is right for your four-legged friend, please ask a pet nutritionist or contact our customer service . We will be happy to help you!
